slipstream
word
Definition
The area of reduced air or water pressure created behind a moving object, such as a car, bike, or boat. It can also refer to the flow that others can follow to move with less resistance.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in technical, scientific, or motorsports contexts. Collocations: 'ride in the slipstream', 'get into the slipstream'. Sometimes used metaphorically for following someone else's path to benefit from their efforts.
Example Sentences
Bikes can go faster when they ride in the slipstream of a car.
basic
The boat left a clear slipstream in the water.
basic
The racer tried to stay in the slipstream to save energy.
basic
He took advantage of the leader’s slipstream and overtook him at the last second.
natural
If you stay in my slipstream, you won’t have to pedal as hard.
natural
Many startups try to move in the slipstream of bigger companies to grow faster.
natural